It sounds like the plot of a historical
drama rather than a modern monarchy concern: a reigning monarch
dies suddenly, leaving behind a pregnant consort and a kingdom
unsure of who the next sovereign will be. Yet this precise scenario
has long been anticipated within the framework of British
succession law, and the rules to address it are surprisingly clear.
Established through centuries-old…
Canada, Bosnia, and Beyond: What Sophie’s 2025 Royal Tour Calendar Says About the Future of the Monarchy
12th August 2025
While the royal spotlight often drifts
toward palace drama or the headline-grabbing antics of its more
outspoken members, a quiet revolution is underway within the House
of Windsor – and its architect is not a king, a prince, or a future
queen. It’s Sophie…
All praise the Duchess of Edinburgh - a royal who doesn't need a Netflix deal to stay relevant
12th August 2025
While some royals have dominated
headlines with drama or disappeared into the background entirely,
one woman has been quietly redefining what modern royal duty should
look like – and finally, she’s getting the recognition she
deserves. Step forward the Duchess…
Britain’s favourite and least favourite royals revealed - and one score is shockingly low
8th August 2025
Prince William has been crowned the
nation’s favourite royal once again – while Prince Andrew
languishes at the very bottom with a staggering 87 per cent
disapproval, according to a new YouGov poll. The survey, conducted
on 5–6 August, shows the Prince of Wales enjoying a commanding 74
per cent approval rating, narrowly ahead of his wife, the Princess
of Wales (71 per cent), and…
Princess Beatrice of York turns 37 today,
and while she has grown into her royal role with grace, discretion
and a passion for causes ranging from dyslexia awareness to
children’s welfare, there is one fashion moment from her past that
still captures the public imagination…
The King will deliver a solemn message to
the nation next week as Britain marks the 80th anniversary of
Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, a significant milestone in the
commemoration of the Second World War. On the morning of 15 August,
His Majesty will record an address…
As the United Kingdom marks the 80th
anniversary of Victory over Japan (VJ) Day this August 15, the
Royal Family is playing a central role in the nationwide
commemorations honouring the end of the Second World War in the
Pacific and the sacrifices of Far East veterans. Here is a
comprehensive guide to the engagements and events involving members
of the Royal Family. His Majesty The King’s…
The Duchess of Edinburgh will pay a
special visit to Jim Wren – a 105-year-old Royal Marines veteran –
at his home in Salisbury next week ahead of the 80th anniversary of
VJ Day. Sophie, who is Patron of The Java Far East Prisoner of War
Club 1942, will visit…
The Royal Family will take part in a
series of national events to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day,
commemorating the final end of the Second World War and honouring
the service and sacrifice of all those who fought in the Far East.
In a poignant moment of national…
When the Dowager Duchess of Grafton died
at the remarkable age of 101 in December 2021, she quietly marked
the end of an era. Fortune FitzRoy had served as Mistress of the
Robes for more than half a century – an emblem of continuity in the
Royal Household under Queen Elizabeth II. Yet, nearly four years
on, the role she occupied for such a long period of time has
remained conspicuously…
